Updated as a comprehensive guide to stress concentration factors, Peterson’s Stress Concentration Factors, 4th Edition, is an essential resource for engineers and designers. Authored by Walter D. Pilkey, this book offers a systematic approach to the classification and synthesis of stress and strain data, integrating seamlessly with modern CAD applications. The fourth edition encompasses the latest advancements in stress analysis, providing readers with both graphical representations and formulas for stress concentration factors. Featuring an illustrated index that enables users to identify structures based on geometric and loading conditions, this book covers a wide range of topics including notches, grooves, shoulder fillets, holes, and more.

Key highlights include:

• A thorough introduction to the theory and methods for static and fatigue design
• Quantification of stress and strain through advanced research techniques
• New sections on stress concentration factors for weld joints and composite materials
• A new chapter introducing systematic stress analysis using Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

With 640 pages dedicated to providing practitioners with all the information they need, this book serves as an indispensable reference. Readers will gain a deep understanding of stress concentration principles and their practical applications in engineering design.

Peterson’s is renowned for its reliability and accuracy, making it the go-to resource for professionals dealing with complex stress analysis challenges.